Mountain Streams Radio

03/19/2025

The spring meeting of the WV Chapter of The American Chestnut
Foundation will be held:

When: Saturday, April 5
Time: 1:00 to 3:00 pm
Where: Mineral County Technical Center in Keyser, WV
(981 Harley O Staggers Drive, Keyser).

There will be a brief business meeting for board members from
12:30 to 1:00 pm. Remote access will be available, and the information to do so will be sent by email before the meeting.

Directions to the Mineral County Technical Center: The Technical
Center is between and behind the primary and middle schools
across from McDonald’s, just south of Keyser on US 220. At the
light on US 220 just south of McDonald’s, go east on Southern
drive to the back of the school, then north on Water Street. The
Technical Center is on the left and parking is available just past the entrance.

Facebook: www.Facebook.com/WVTACF
Website: www.tacf.org/wv

03/14/2025

MINERAL COUNTY PHOTO CONTEST

What is your favorite part of Mineral County? Do you have a stunning photo to share? Now's your chance to shine! Enter our photo contest for a chance to be featured in a future advertising campaign or the 2025 Mineral County Travel Guide. Click here to upload: https://shrpa.com/upload/mineralcowv/bestofmineralcounty

03/14/2025

"Folk Alley Radio Show" plays on Mountain Streams Radio Saturday at 3pm and Monday at 1pm.

Now in their 22nd year of streaming 24/7 folk, roots, and Americana music, Folk Alley remains a vibrant independent, non-commercial haven for music lovers—all made possible by the generous financial support of our listeners.

This week on Folk Alley, we're excited to welcome Cindy Howes as our new host! Tune in for new music from Jason Isbell, The Lonesome Ace Stringband, Kris Delmhorst, Morgan Toney, Rose Cousins, and others, plus favorites from William Prince, Bruce Cockburn, and Taj Mahal—including a set of Irish tunes in anticipation of St. Patrick's Day. In hour two, we'll feature winners of the 2025 International Folk Music Awards like Crys Matthews, Susan Werner, and the Indigo Girls, along with new tracks from Jason Carter & Michael Cleveland, Loudon Wainwright III, and Waxahatchee, plus a Basic Folk interview excerpt with Sierra Hull.

03/14/2025

Welcome to "The Midnight Special", the enduring and beloved folk music radio program, syndicated through the WFMT Radio Network. The Midnight Special first aired in Chicago on WFMT-FM in 1953 and went national in 1971. Rich in tradition and history, the program has remained current through decades of change by retaining its topical bent while delighting listeners worldwide with gentle irreverence, touchingly candid observations, and the unveiling of new music.

The Midnight Special is replayed on Mountain Streams Radio on Friday at 10pm, Saturday at 5pm, and Wednesday at 1pm from two weeks ago.

Starting tonight is 'Honoring Historic Women' originally broadcast on March 1. Women’s voices and story songs about notable, honorable, courageous women launch Women’s History Month. And lots of new songs by women songwriters and men who “get it.”

03/14/2025

Listen LIVE to Saturday Light Brigade from 6am to noon on Mountain Streams Radio.

Pop Quiz:
Mark of Slippery Rock writes "I'm reading a quirky little book from 2015 called Sinatra's Century by David Lehman. In it, he lists 15 words that can be formed from the letters in SINATRA. I thought it might make an interesting puzzle." We agree! Can you create 15 words using these letters? Your words should be at least three letters long. We found one 7-letter word, two 6-letters words, and many shorter ones. Share your answers by email or text at [email protected] or 412.200.5975.

On the radio on 3/15:

8:20 am -- Alan Irvine on the Brawling Bard Theater production of Shakespeare's Guide to Adventure, 3/21 and 3/22 (7 pm) and 3/29 (3 pm and 7 pm) during the 2025 Pittsburgh Fringe Festival

9:30 am -- Ramin Akhavijou with a preview of Ego, running 3/20 (8 pm) and 3/21 (10 am and 8 pm) as part of the New Hazlett Theater Community Supported Art Performance Series

10:05 am -- The Pittsburgh Youth Chorus previewing their collaborative performance with the South African group Thula Sizwe in advance of their appearance later that afternoon at First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh, Shadyside

10:35 am -- Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania 18 Under 18 honoree Sagar Raghavan (11th grade, North Allegheny)

11:05 am -- Music and conversation with jazz trio Small Hours, featuring Margot Jezerc (vocals), Jason Rafalak (upright bass), and Bryce Rabideau (mandolin)

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03/07/2025

Welcome to "The Midnight Special", the enduring and beloved folk music radio program, syndicated through the WFMT Radio Network. The Midnight Special first aired in Chicago on WFMT-FM in 1953, and went national in 1971. Rich in tradition and history, the program has remained current through decades of change by retaining its topical bent while delighting listeners worldwide with gentle irreverence, touchingly candid observations, and the unveiling of new music.

The Midnight Special is replayed on Mountain Streams Radio on Friday at 10pm, Saturday at 5pm, and Wednesday at 1pm from two weeks ago.

Starting tonight is 'A First Time for Everything' originally broadcast on February 22 celebrating the birthday of the first US President George Washington (1732). The playlist includes 'firsts' in folk music - wrapping up the shortest month of the year.

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03/07/2025

"Folk Alley Radio Show" plays on Mountain Streams Radio Saturday at 3pm and Monday at 1pm.

Now in their 22nd year of streaming 24/7 folk, roots, and Americana music, Folk Alley remains a vibrant independent, non-commercial haven for music lovers—all made possible by the generous financial support of our listeners.

This week on Folk Alley, we kick off Women's History Month by celebrating iconic women—both past and present—who have shaped folk, roots, and Americana music. Tune in for music from legends like Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell, Odetta, Judy Collins, Nina Simone, Mavis Staples, Linda Ronstadt, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Bonnie Raitt, The Roches, Tracy Chapman, Rosanne Cash, and many more.

03/07/2025

Saturday Light Brigade is LIVE on Mountain Streams Radio tomorrow. Tune in from 6 am to noon for original puzzles, folk, jazz, bluegrass, and more as well as these special features:

8:20 am -- Dan Singleton with information on the Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh Photo Bank

9:30 am -- Music and conversation with Scott Pauley (theorbo) in advance of the Chatham Baroque Peanut Butter and Jam Sessions on 3/15 and 5/10

10:05 am -- Mt. Lebanon High School seniors Tillie Crown, Gabbie Prasad, Mira Johns, and Hannah Boomhower talking about their work on PULSE, the school's literary magazine

10:35 am -- Belle Vernon Area Middle School eighth graders Ava Jones, Addyson Newman, and Alexandra Bobbs on their project Lend a Hand to California

11:05 am -- Live music with Bealtaine featuring George White (bouzouki, mandocello), Conor Freeland (uilleann pipes, whistles), Andy Morrison (banjo, mandolin), and Dylan Rooke (guitar)

Pop Quiz:
Daylight Saving Time takes effect in most parts of the U.S. this weekend as clocks "spring forward" by one hour on Sunday 3/10/25 at 2 am. SPRING is a six-letter word starting with SPR. Can you name five more? Each word must be exactly six letters long and begin with the letters SPR. For an extra charge, can you use your five words in a sensible sentence? Share your answers by email or text at [email protected] or 412.200.5975.

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02/21/2025

Mineral County Families: Click to RSVP - https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tech-for-the-ages

02/21/2025

Saturday Light Brigade, out of Pittsburgh, on Mountain Streams Radio from 6:00am until noon tomorrow, Saturday, February 22!

Coming up on 2/22: As Rikki and Larry take a well-deserved day off, we'll replay our October 25, 2014 episode of SLB this Saturday. The program included Wi******er Thurston elementary school storytellers sharing Halloween stories as well as a live performance by legendary acoustic blues guitarist Roy Book Binder. You'll also hear our usual mix of acoustic music and family fun as well as puzzles and games as featured on the original program. We'll be back live across our full network on 3/1. Note: While this special program will air across our network, SLB will be preempted altogether on WRCT on 2/22 as the station airs its annual Massive Music Weekend special featuring half-hour artist blocks from its huge music library. If you're used to tuning in at 88.3 FM, please consider trying one of our other FM affiliates and online stations.

Youth Media Center Programs: Our March Calendar is available at ymc.slbradio.org. Teens interested in podcasting, writing, music, journalism, or other forms of self-expression are invited to join us for a wide range of free SLB Youth Media Center programs. Upcoming activities and workshops include zine-making (2/22, 12 pm), poetry cafe (3/1, 12 pm), live broadcast fundamentals (3/4, 4 pm), weekly open mics (Thursdays, 4 pm), and open studio hours on Mondays through Thursdays (3 to 6 pm) and Saturdays (10 am to 2 pm). Activities are free to area teens. Learn more at ymc.slbradio.org.

10/18/2024

Saturday, 19 October at 7:50 am Ed McDonald from WKYW-LP will be live on the Saturday Light Brigade with information on the Mountain Streams Music Celebration benefitting WVU Potomac State College Athletics and Mountain Streams Radio, Church-McKee Arts Center Auditorium, Keyser, WV, 10/26 (7:30 pm).

How to listen?
-Ask Alexa to 'Play Mountain Streams Radio'
-Tune to 102.9FM on your radio
-Stream at www.MountainStreamsRadio.org

10/18/2024

Listen to the Saturday Light Brigade out of Pittsburgh, PA LIVE from 6am to noon.

19 October Highlights:

Pop Quiz: WEST is a 4-letter word that begins with W and ends with T. Can you think of five more? Each word must be exactly four letters long and must start with W and end with T. For an extra challenge, can you use your five words in a sensible sentence? Share your answers by email or text at [email protected] or 412.200.5975.

19 October Highlights:

7:50 am -- Ed McDonald from WKYW-LP with information on the Mountain Streams Music Celebration benefitting WVU Potomac State College Athletics and Mountain Streams Radio, Church-McKee Arts Center Auditorium, Keyser, WV, 10/26 (7:30 pm)

8:20 am -- Scott Pauley previewing the Chatham Baroque Peanut Butter & Jam Session, Calvary Episcopal Church, 10/26 (10 am)

9:30 am -- Thomas Wendt discussing the Lighthouse Arts lecture series Brilliant Corners, celebrating the rich heritage of jazz with monthly listening sessions at the Morgan-Lee Arts Center, 2900 Bedford Ave, Hill District, Saturday 10/26, 11/23, and 12/28 (1 pm to 3 pm)

10:05 am -- Music from the Latino Community Center, featuring Samantha Ornelas (9th grade, Fox Chapel), Arianna Kobelak (6th grade, Haine Middle School), Natalia Hernández (3rd grade, Carlow Campus School), Jayce Johnson (9th grade, Pittsburgh CAPA), Ana Lucía Pérez Quintero (3rd Grade, Homeschooled), and Laura Alejandra Rey Greiff (7th grade, Peters Township Middle School) along with classical guitarist Daniel Santander and music director Giulia Galanate Golini

10:35 am -- Davine Beck (10th grade, Pittsburgh Carrick), Rohan Khera (11th grade, Shady Side Academy), and Riya Verma (freshman, University of Pittsburgh) on their award-winning entries in the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Ralph Munn Writing Contest and Teen Media Awards

11:05 am -- Folk-pop band Saint Agatha, featuring Hal McDonough (vocals, ukulele), Sofia Glorioso (vocals, guitar), Tim Glorioso (bass), and Mason Jaynes (drums)

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08/19/2024

Support local sports and your local radio station by purchasing a ticket to the Mountain Streams Music Celebration fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, October 26 at 7:30pm!

https://give.wvu.edu/event/mountain-streams-music-celebration/e604605

08/16/2024

"Alexa, play Mountain Streams Radio!"

The Saturday Light Brigade (SLB) - Saturday from 6:00am until noon - on Mountain Streams Radio broadcasting live from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Pop Quiz: TWINE is an example of a word that forms a new word when its T is removed. TWINE becomes WINE. Another example is METAL which becomes MEAL when its T is removed. Can you name 5 other examples? Words can be of any length as long as they contain at least one T and form new words when every T is removed. Share your answer by email or text at [email protected] or 412.200.5975.

In case you missed it: Last week's on-air segments featuring Keyser, West Virginia's Sesquicentennial, singer/songwriter Brad Yoder, teen singer/songwriter Addy Alexander, students from PRYSE Academy, and the Snappin' Bug Stringband are now available at slbradio.org/catalog.

On the radio this Saturday (8/17):

10:05 am -- Mahika Chopra (9th grade, Shady Side Academy), Angelina Jones (11th grade, The Ellis School), Jayla Rwigyema (freshman, Point Park University), and Ayushi Saxena (9th grade, Avonworth High School) sharing original writing from the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards program

10:35 am -- Maria Ortiz (12th grade, Mount Lebanon High School) from the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy Young Naturalists Program

11:05 am -- Music and conversation with singer/songwriter Joe Matzzie

07/03/2024

"Alexa, please play Mountain Streams Radio!"

06/21/2024

It's that time again! Tomorrow morning from 6am to 12 noon, Mountain Streams Radio proudly plays The Saturday Light Brigade out of Pittsburgh, PA. To prepare for tomorrow, below is a Pop Quiz and the Schedule for tomorrow! Enjoy!!

Pop Quiz:
PINK is a four-letter word ending in NK. Can you name 5 more? How about 10? Each word must be exactly four letters long and end in NK. For an extra SLB charge, use the words you've listed in a sensible sentence. Share your answers by text at 412.200.5975 or [email protected].

Schedule:
10:05 am -- Original songs from Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School 2024 graduates TommyLynn Kilian and Rosalie Kinney
10:35 am -- Sarah Voigt and Avery Litwin, both rising seniors at Shadyside Academy on Young Poets Society, a podcast they created and cohost that's designed to connect young people with poetry
11:05 am -- Music and conversation with singer/songwriter Matt Pitschman

06/14/2024

Saturday (6/15) from 6am to 12 noon Eastern time, Mountain Streams Radio proudly plays The Saturday Light Brigade out of Pittsburg, PA. Look for the Pop Quiz and the schedule below. Listen to Mountain Streams radio, the Voice of Mineral County Tourism, locally on 102.9 FM or worldwide at www.mountainstreamsradio.org .

Pop Quiz
Here's a puzzle inspired by Flag Day (June 14th). FLAG is a 4-letter word that begins with FL. Your challenge is to make a list of words beginning with FL with each word being one letter longer than its predecessor. For example: FLAG, FLINT, FLOATS, FLIPPER, FLURRIES. Share your answers by text at 412.200.5975 or [email protected].

Schedule
8:20 am -- Sloane Davidson with information on World Refugee Day Pittsburgh 2024, celebrating and recognizing refugees and immigrants, Schenley Plaza, 6/20 (4 to 8 pm), Oakland
9:00 am -- Dr. Hong Yan with reflections on Chinese and Western medicine. This series is made possible by the Mary Jane Berger Foundation, devoted to the use and enjoyment of herbs.
10:05 am -- Live music with the Pittsburgh Youth Chorus
10:35 am -- Pittsburgh Westinghouse students Jerel Sims and Jaden Mitchell on their recent success in the entrepreneurial competition at the 2024 Southwestern PA Youth Pitch Competition
11:05 am -- Music and conversation with the Mila Shadel Jazz Trio, featuring Mila Shadel (guitar), Chris McGraw (upright bass), and Soojin Park (drums).

Welcome to Mountain Streams Radio! “Mountain Streams Radio” is A mix of new and classic Bluegrass, Folk and acoustic music. WKYW-LP began broadcasting in February 2017 at 102.9 FM, and operates as a “low power FM” (LPFM) radio station, licensed to the Mineral County Convention and Visitors B...

03/15/2024

Mountain Streams Radio is proud to announce the live broadcast of The Saturday Light Brigade from SLB Radio out of Pittsburgh, PA.

Listen Saturdays from 6am to noon on WKYW 102.9, locally, or on www.mountainstreamsradio.org, worldwide.

The Saturday Light Brigade is where our history begins. Broadcast since 1978, “the show that gets your weekend off to a good start” has connected generations of people as they listen and interact beyond the narrow boundaries typically associated with commercial radio. Kids listen with adults, adults listen with kids, and everyone has fun listening to the radio together. Honored with 16 national, state, and local awards, The Saturday Light Brigade airs music heard nowhere else, puzzles and games all can enjoy, and segments with youth and adult guests, all proudly presented live and in real-time with host Larry Berger every Saturday morning from 6 to noon Eastern. (SLBRadio.org)